When it comes to the kitchen, it’s not complete without a gas cooker hob – it’s the very essence of your kitchen, and the right one has to be chosen to cater to all your cooking needs. With a wide range of cooking hobs available in the market, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer number of choices.
That said, gas hobs have been the de facto choice for many households in Singapore even though technology has brought us sleek induction hobs. While induction hobs are said to be a must-have in every modern kitchen due to being more heat efficient and easier to maintain, there are several advantages to having a gas cooker hob installed as well. Let’s discover what makes gas hobs the preferred cooktop today and the pros and cons of having one in your kitchen.
How Does a Gas Hob Work?
Gas hobswork in a straightforward manner. The gas flows through the supply pipe to the burner, where a spark ignites it. This flame then heats both the pan and the air around it, easily cooking the food within the cookware.
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What Are the Pros and Cons of Gas Hobs?
Gas hobs have long been the standard in professional kitchens for various reasons. While a classic choice given its responsiveness and direct flame that can be controlled with ease, there are still a few advantages and disadvantages to consider before making a decision. Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of gas hobs:
Pros of Gas Hobs
Instant control of the flame When you turn the knob on a gas hob to ignite the flame, you get instant heat with optimum temperature control. With that, you can control the flame with a simple turn of the knob. If you need your food to simmer, you can use a smaller-sized burner on the gas hob to reduce the usage of gas.
Easy to use and affordable To ignite the gas on your gas hob, you can either rely on the built-in ignition by turning the knob or using a kitchen lighter. Moreover, with a gas hob, you won’t have to worry about a power outage because the ignition is battery-powered. Cooking on your gas hob is also much cheaper than electricity-powered hobs (induction).
Suitable for any type of cookware Unlike induction hobs that require specific types of cookware, gas hobs are compatible with any type of cookware, including glass and steel cookware. In addition, some built-in gas hobs come with a wok/pan support, allowing you to add that “wok hei” to some of your cooking.
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Cons of Gas Hobs
Need for gas cylinder replacements Gas hobs generally rely on gas supply to produce your cooking flame. This means that you might run out of gas while you’re cooking. As such, you will need to place an order for a gas cylinder when you run out of gas and it can be a hassle for those who do heavy cooking as you will always need to check on the gas balance level.
Hassle to clean While built-in gas hobs may be easy to use, they can be a hassle to clean, especially the gas burners and wok/pan supports. You will need to take them apart and clean every nook and cranny of your gas hobto maintain its longevity and remove any build-up thoroughly.
Unsafe compared to electric hobs Gas hobs are generally unsafe to use when compared to electric hobs as the latter can be switched off immediately and often come with features such as child safety locks. Hence, you will need to practice better control of the gas hob while your food is cooking. This is especially so if you’re cooking liquids as they can boil over and spill out on high heat. Thus, you will have to pay extra attention if you have children at home.
Choosing a Gas Hob for Your Home in Singapore
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With these pros and cons in mind, you can narrow your search for a built-in gas hob that has a sleek design and incorporates energy efficient features. Here are some factors that you should consider when you’re looking for a built-in gas hob for your kitchen:
The number of gas burners – Choose between the 2 and 3 burners if you’re an avid cook.
Toughened glass or stainless steel gas hob – Black toughened glass like those seen in our FH-GS7030 SVGL gab hob offers a modern appearance. Stainless steel surface types, on the other hand, as seen in our FH-GS7030 SVSS gas hob, provide a robust and durable experience.
Safety features – Burners that are equipped with features such as flame failure safety devices and heat deflectors can help to prevent unwanted mishaps from happening.
Hob replacement – It is good if the hob replacement is in flexible cut-out sizes that can fit into the existing holes.
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Most of FUJIOH’s gas hobs come with these necessary features!
